{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Facing Impostor Syndrome - RD350","description":"Hey there, it\u2019s Mark from Resourceful Designer. Have you ever looked at your own design work and thought, "I\u2019m not good enough to charge for this," or landed a big client and immediately worried that they\u2019d soon figure out you\u2019re not as talented as they think? If that sounds familiar, you\u2019re definitely not alone. In fact, about 70% of creatives experience what\u2019s known as impostor syndrome, a nagging feeling that your success is just luck and you don\u2019t really belong. On today\u2019s episode, I\u2019m digging deep into this all-too-common struggle for designers. Inspired by a recent conversation with a young designer who was feeling insecure about her abilities after a layoff, I realized just how important this topic is. So, I\u2019m revisiting impostor syndrome, not just with my own thoughts, but with powerful quotes from artists, musicians, actors, and industry leaders who openly wrestle with these feelings. Trust me, if celebrities and industry giants feel this way, it\u2019s perfectly normal that you might too. But this episode isn\u2019t just about relating; we\u2019ll also cover practical steps to combat those feelings, like documenting your wins, reframing your thoughts, and focusing on the value you bring to your clients. I want you to know: impostor syndrome is often a sign that you\u2019re pushing yourself and growing. You do belong here, and you have something unique to offer. So if you\u2019ve ever hesitated to show your portfolio, undercharged for your work, or felt like you\u2019re just waiting to be \u201cfound out,\u201d stick around. This is an episode of Resourceful Designer you won\u2019t want to miss. Let\u2019s dive in! ","author_name":"Resourceful Designer: Strategies for running a graphic design business","author_url":"http:\/\/resourcefuldesigner.com","html":"